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The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with bars and a fitness center

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Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, sun loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

Room options

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Suite (Mary O') | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite (Mary O')

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Suite (C.U.B)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Dining table
  • 106 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Connell) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Connell)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Loft (Chippendale)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 46 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Kent) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Kent)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Clare) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite (Clare)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Abercrombie) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room (Abercrombie)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Showroom) | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite (Showroom)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
1 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008

What's nearby

  • University of Technology Sydney - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Paddy's Market - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 2.2 miles
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 8 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 8 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Spice Alley - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Broadway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Underground UTS - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

Luxury hotel near University of Technology Sydney
Located close to Kensington Street and Railway Square, The Old Clare by Ode Hotels provides a poolside bar, a rooftop terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Clare Bar, offers lunch, dinner, light fare, and happy hour. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a library and dry cleaning/laundry services.
Additional perks include:
  • An outdoor pool with sun loungers
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge), bike rentals, and 3 meeting rooms
  • Smoke-free premises, concierge services, and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 69 individually furnished rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as perks like air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
  • Baby baths and childcare services
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding, pillowtop mattresses, and down comforters
  • Partially open bathrooms with designer toiletries and hair dryers
  • 40-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and digital channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, on-request microwaves, and electric kettles

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 55 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 35 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clare Bar
  • Longshore
  • The Rooftop at The Clare

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1911
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from April 1 to April 1:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 70 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 35 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 55 per night (492 ft away)
  • Housekeeping is available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 70 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Old Clare Hotel Chippendale
Old Clare Hotel
Old Clare Chippendale
Old Clare
The Old Clare Hotel
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Hotel
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Chippendale
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Hotel Chippendale

Frequently asked questions

Does The Old Clare by Ode Hotels have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 6:00 AM–9:30 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from April 1 to April 1.

Is The Old Clare by Ode Hotels pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Old Clare by Ode Hotels located?

Located in Chippendale, this luxury hotel is steps from Kensington Street, University of Technology Sydney, and Railway Square. Central Park and White Rabbit are also within 5 minutes. Central Light Rail Station is 8 minutes by foot and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 9 minutes.

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The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 356 out of 515 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 106 out of 515 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 515 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 515 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 515 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10

Lovely hotel, great location near the main station.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10

Lovely hotel, perfect location and would love to stay again! Would recommend paying extra for breakfast to be included, great value for money!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10

Very cool hotel in a great area with plenty of restaurants close to station and city centre.
Laneway next to hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

It's in an old building which makes it quaint and yet the rooms are modern and well maintain. Breakfast was great. Staff were very friendly. Would definitely stay at the hotel again. I like boutique hotels and this was one of the best that I have stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10

My parents had a brilliant stay at your hotel. Excellent location and amenities. Helpful staff and dining options in the hotel. Would recommend and stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10

This hotel was beautiful. I had the most amazing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Absolutely the best place to stay in Sydney
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Staff was very helpful. Location is convenient to shopping and public transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10

Great location and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

It is much better to have a sound resistant wall.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10

Great vibe
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10

Perfect boutique hotel! Charming and cozy but still full on in style. Excellent service and attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Great location
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Would highly recommend Reception lovely helpful people, bar has a fantastic ambience, rooms beautiful and clean, vwey spacious, just a fantastic place to stay, loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10

It is nice to stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Gorgeous property with an exceptional roof top pool and bar as well. The location next to spice market was key for my food preferences!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10

Our stay was amazing! Great location, amenities and staff were friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10

Our second stay here and we will keep coming back. Located in a great part of the city close to central station. Room is spacious and modern and the Old Clare located connected to the hotel is a great place to kick off your evenings.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10

Amazing decor, service, wonderful comfy room and great bathroom. Pool on the roof a bonus. Sweets in the lobby were eaten :)
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10

Perfect place to relax and recover from jet lag. Friendly staff, unique building and design, super comfortable room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10

great room & service, my room had a bathtub and a turntable.. perfect ;)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10

Great location and beautiful hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

4/10

Upon arrival the front desk was empty. Wasn't made aware at any point during the process that we would have a door to adjoining room. The food at the bar was not great. Both my partner and I barely ate half our meals before getting up and walking out. When we arrived back later that night our card to get back in wasn't working and a staff member was required to let us in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10

Great stylish hotel
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023